Waterfront Park

Summer is approaching and that means it’s time to enjoy spending time outside, maybe near your own backyard garden. But if anything makes a summer evening a little bit nicer, it’s a delicious cocktail. How can you turn the stuff from ...

Music has been around for more than a thousand years and over that time, some true geniuses have created songs. How about Beethoven's 5th Symphony, the music of the Beatles, Justin Bieber? Well, everyone has their own taste in music. And if you like ...

Growing edible plants in your home garden is a great way to enjoy fresh foods and herbs. But sometimes, food plants aren't all that pretty. Learn how to plant an edible garden that's also beautiful this September at the Waterfront Botanical Gardens. ...

Head to the waterfront to see the Water Lantern Festival. There will be thousands of lanterns and lots of fun to be had by all. Go to Louisville's beautiful waterfront and go see it shine. Water Lanterns The Water Lantern Festival is truly an ...

Are you ready for a bit of Mystery and Mayhem at Waterfront Park? This July, participate in a very special 5k event that is part scavenger hunt, part mystery and all fun. This is a whole new take on a 5k. Mystery N Mayhem This special event will put ...

The Great Balloon Glow is one of the most beloved and longest-running events of the Derby Festival. This April, you can see it in a whole new way, from the deck of a riverboat! Take a sunset cruise to see the balloons and enjoy the Derby Festival in ...

Head to the Waterfront Botanical Gardens this December to see a truly magical holiday display at the botanical gardens. When the gardens are aglimmer, it's an enchanting experience. Glimmering Gardens This December, the Waterfront Botanical ...

This December, Santa is taking a break from his sled to ride on a historic riverboat instead. After all, that's a fun thing to do when you're visiting Louisville. Santa himself will be on board the Mary M. Miller for cookies and cocoa, not to ...

This December, the big top is coming to Louisville. The Venardos Circus was created by a former Ringling Bros. Ringmaster. This is the circus without animals and with a little bit of Broadway-style musical numbers thrown in. Doesn't that sound like ...

Skip Black Friday and all the other post-Thanksgiving shopping madness at the crowded stores. Instead, go browse for unique, interesting items at the First Mate's Market. This November, go shopping for the holidays on the historic Belle of ...

Have you got what it takes to swim the Ohio River, go biking down a scenic shore and then run for 5k? Do you know that you don't want to do that stuff but wouldn't mind seeing others attempt it? Join in on the fun of the Derby City Trifecta! Winning ...

You probably know that Louisville has an amazing waterfront in the downtown area, with lots of different attractions to enjoy. But Louisville’s waterfront actually extends through many different neighborhoods and great food is one of the most ...

The days of snow and rain and cold are finally coming to an end. Louisville is in bloom again. The sun is shining. It’s a great time to go visit one of the city’s beautiful gardens. So this May, walk through the Waterfront Botanical ...

Put your body and your mind to the test this February with Checkpoint Challenges, a special course along the waterfront that will help you find out what you're capable of. You'll solve challenges, push yourself to your limits and hopefully, have a ...

If you’re a fan of the Grateful Dead, the Grateville Dead Festival is definitely for you. Head to the waterfront this July to enjoy music, food and fun. You can wear a mask, bring your hand sanitizer and maintain your distance while ...

Try a little Tai Ji at the Waterfront Botanical Gardens this July. Enjoy the beautiful scenery while you get into a more serene state of mind. Tai Ji is a slow-motion, low-impact workout that is meditative and relaxing. After everything ...

Take a little walk down by the river this April to go visit one of Louisville's most famous former residents, Abraham Lincoln himself. There's a large memorial to the former president at Waterfront Park. If you haven't seen if or even if you have, ...

Get out in the beautiful April weather and get out of the house for a little while. Head to the waterfront for a jog. Start at the Lincoln Memorial, past the Big Four Lawn and the famous Brown-Forman Amphitheater. You'll see breathtaking views as ...

Put on your walking shoes, and take a guided tour through beautiful downtown Louisville this October. Louisville's downtown area is full of the most modern buildings and some of the most beautiful historic buildings. It’s a neighborhood ...